The much speculated Hyundai Creta facelift has been launched in India. The newly launched SUV is priced at Rs Rs 9.44 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi) and goes all the way up to Rs 15.03 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi). Available in both petrol and diesel variants, the 2018 Creta will be offered with three different motors, while the 1.6-litre petrol engine will be offered in six trims - (E, E+, SX, SX dual tone, SX AT, SX (O), the 1.4-litre diesel will be offered with two variants - (E+, S) and five with the 1.6-litre diesel (S AT, SX, SX dual tone, SX AT, SX(O).

Speaking about the launch, Mr. Y K Koo, MD & CEO, Hyundai Motor India Ltd said, “Since the launch of the first CRETA in 2015, Hyundai has become an established brand in the SUV segment. It is the cornerstone of Hyundai‘s longstanding SUV presence which will impress customers with its premium design, spacious interior and its advanced connected technologies. The benchmark success of CRETA with over 4 Lakh Happy customers globally is a testimony of the customers’ increasing preference towards Hyundai’s Modern Premium products. We are confident. The New 2018 CRETA will create new benchmarks in the SUV segment with its Superior Performance and New Age Technology features while creating Brilliant Ownership experience.”

Talking about the interior, while the soft touch paint on crash pad, leatherette finish on the door, steering and seats add to the premiumness of the Creta SUV, the crash pad with its futuristic water flow inspired design and smart ergonomic contours make the cabin environment pleasing and enjoyable for the passengers. Additional features include First-in-segment - Smart Electric Sunroof and 6-way Power Driver Seats as well as Cruise control, Smart Key with push Button Start, FATC with Cluster ionizer, Sliding front armrest as standard, Driver seat height adjustment as Standard, Rear AC vents and Rear seats with 60:40 split. Other features include First in Segment - Smart Key band (H-Band), Wireless Phone Charger and AutoLink Connected Car Technology with new iBlue App Audio Control App.

Apart from these, the next gen infotainment system for enhanced connectivity and better user interface offers new 17.77 Touchscreen AVN system comes with IPS Display & Capacitive Touch for improved view ability and smoother operation along with smartphone connectivity - Android Auto, Apple CarPlay and MirrorLink for seamless integration of App based navigation, streaming audio and smartphone applications. Setting the bar is the First in Segment- Smart Key Band which is a new age device with in-built functionality of a smart key and fitness tracker controlled by smartphone application. Other noticeable feature is the AutoLink Connected Car Technology to keep a check on the vehicle health check, driving information, road side assistance, driving history, eco driving and vehicle health history.

The 2018 Creta SUV also offers advanced safety features such as best in segment 6 Airbags,Dual Airbags with ABS and EBD as standard, High braking efficiency & Effective Braking Control with ESC and VSM, Hill Assist Control (HAC) for a safe start on an uphill incline without rolling backwards, Electro-chromic Mirror, Front Seatbelts with Pretensioners, Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock as standard, Rear parking assist system with rear view camera, Stating Bending Lights and Child Seat Anchor (ISOFIX)

Under the hood, the Creta facelift comes powered by three engine options- the 1.6- litre petrol producing 121 bhp and 151 Nm, 1.4- litre diesel motor generating 88 bhp and 220 Nm and 1.6- litre petrol mill churning out 121 bhp of maximum power and 151 Nm of peak torque. All the three engines come mated to either a 6-speed Manual transmission or the 6-Speed Automatic transmission as option. The automaker claims that the 2018 Creta now returns improved fuel efficiency by up to 3% in petrol and up to 4% in diesel engine. Apart from these, class-leading NVH performance has also been ensured by the use of enhanced sound absorption materials, advanced engineering design of engine, transmission and body structural parts thus ensuring quiet cabin. However, the use of dash insulators, anti-vibration pads, sound deadener coating on floor, optimized engine mounts, tunnel area rigidity and application of dual sealing structure on doors as the NVH has been well contained to barely perceptible levels.

The South Korean automaker also offers warranty of 3 Years Unlimited Kilometres with Road Side Assistance with the 2018 Creta. The newly launched Creta SUV is available with 7 Exterior single tone colour options and 2 Dual tone colour options. Additionally, two new colours have been added – Marina Blue and Passion Orange along with new Dual Tone Passion Orange and Black. The unofficial advanced bookings had already commenced at the authorized dealerships since the beginning of the month and the SUVs were spied arriving at the dealerships recently. Since then, the launch speculations started making the rounds and now the automaker has finally launched the next-gen Creta SUV in the country. The SUV will continue rival the Renault Captur (Rs 9.99-14.07 lakh), Maruti S-cross (Rs 8.62-11.33 lakh) and the seven-seat Honda BR-V (Rs 9.21-13.39 lakh) in the segment.

The detailed price list of the 2018 Hyundai Creta has been mentioned below-